Oil painting was first adopted in the West during the 15th Century. Since the start oils quickly rose to become the most respected among all the different methods because the paint dries very slowly giving the artist plenty of time to create the look they desire. However, just because Oil Paintings dry slowly does mean they need to appear dull and lifeless and for centuries people have been creating amazing and engaging works that prove this. Whether you are into grand Old Masters, subtle impressionistic landscapes or bizarre abstractions, there are a wealth of antique and vintage Oil Paintings out there. They are great because they can add a sense of instant atmosphere to any space, so 19th Century landscapes or Portraits can add a timelessness, while bright and textured works from the 20th Century will add interest and colour.
While art historians and critics will place a great deal of attention on the artist as the most important element, even unknown paintings deserve their due and space on your wall. Every artist no matter how humble will tell you that some works emerge more from divine inspiration than skill. If that work speaks to you then it is probably meant for you.
At LoveAntiques we have a fine selection of Antique and Vintage Oil Paintings for all your needs.
Large Superb 18th Century Oil Portrait Painting - Vicar of Kinver, Staffordshire
£ 1,390
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Oil Painting of Royal Prince Alfred & Princess Helena Hunting in Scottish Dress
£ 299
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After Sir Godfrey Kneller King William III Oil Portrait - Early 18th Century
£ 9,800
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Antique Oil on Canvas Painting of Highland Cattle & Sheep by John Shirley-Fox (1867-1939)
£ 635
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Georgian Oil on Metal Gentleman Portrait Painting in The Manner of John Tayler (1580-1653)
£ 725
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Antique Oil on Board Painting “the Enchanted Prince” by George J Pinwell (RWS 1842-1875)
£ 875
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Georgian Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting of Gentleman with White Stock & Black Coat Antique c.1820
£ 845
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Victorian Oil on Canvas Painting "Chickens in A Barn" English School y Samuel J Clark (1841-1928)
£ 895
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Museum Quality Still Life Oil Painting Edwardian Antique Signed Original (1 of 2)
£ 350
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Museum Quality Still Life Oil Painting Edwardian Antique Signed Original (2 of 2)
£ 350
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17th Century Spanish School Baroque Oil Portrait Painting Giltwood Frame c.1650
£ 1,650
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Museum Quality Still Life Oil Painting Edwardian Antique Signed Original (3 of 3)
£ 379
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Antique Oil Portrait Painting of Peasant Lady 19th Century European School
£ 289
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Fine Art Deco Still Life Impressionist Oil Painting - Signed Original c.1931
£ 695
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Large Nocturnal Dutch Oil Portrait Painting After Godfried Schalcken (1643-1706)
£ 1,150
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Large 17th Century Style Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting After Frans Hals
£ 995
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Vintage Impressionist Still Life Oil Painting Daisies & Jug Floral Mid-century
£ 245
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Arts & Crafts Oil on Canvas Painting Dutch Children Ethel Parkinson Liberty Style Antique c.1900
£ 455
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Framed Oil on Canvas Estuary Seascape Scene by Austrian Artist N. Noran
£ 75
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Nude Lady Oil on Board Porteait Painting of a Lady by Dougla Ewell Parshall (1899-1990)
£ 485
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2 x Framed & Named Oil on Board Paintings of Horse Heads by Artist G. Smallwood.
£ 130
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Georgian Giltwood Framed Oval Oil on Board Portrait Painting of Young Lady Antique c.1820
£ 545
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17th Century Dutch Old Master Oil Portrait Painting of Maurice of Nassau, Prince of Orange (1567-1625)
£ 1,900
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Giltwood Framed Oil on Board Winter Landscape Painting by Dutch Artist James Voss
£ 55
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Pair of Georgian Oil on Board Lady & Gentleman English School Portrait Paintings
£ 735
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Giltwood Framed Oil on Canvas Landscape Scene with Ducks - Signed by Artist McDonald
£ 55
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